Chapter 118: Banquet (2)
Seeing the guests’ reactions, Chi Xinru, who came out to introduce the dishes, smiled and said, "Everyone, the name of our first dish is black fungus salad. It tastes fresh and has a cooling effect, so it is very suitable for a hot summer day. Please give it a try."
After speaking, Chi Xinru nodded and motioned to the other young ladies to serve the black fungus salad to the guests. Looking at the bowl of black fungus salad in front of him, Elder Mu was a little curious. He picked up a piece of black mushroom with his chopsticks and put it into his mouth.
When he tasted the sweet, sour, spicy, and salty taste at once, Elder Mu’s eyes lit up in surprise. This was his first time tasting this complex yet strangely addictive flavor.
He chewed a mouthful of fungus and another piece of vegetable. Seeing that he was eating with delight, the villagers began to pick up their chopsticks one after another. Soon, praises for the taste of the black fungus salad came one after another, and the atmosphere became lively.
While the guests enjoyed the black fungus salad, they served the second dish. This time, Chi Xinru said, "Our second dish is hot and sour soup. The hot and sour taste will definitely arouse your appetite. Please serve soup to our guests."
After hearing her introduction, the guests were eager to try the hot and sour soup. When the young ladies distributed it into smaller bowls and served it, the guests immediately picked up their spoons. Seeing that everyone was full of praise for the hot and sour soup, Chi Xinru smiled from ear to ear.
Before the guests had finished their salads and soups, the third dish was served. Chi Xinru signaled the young ladies to serve the dishes and said, "The third dish is scallion oil noodles. Please try it."
After finishing the black fungus salad and hot and sour soup, the guests’ appetites reached their highest point. When the aroma of scallion oil hit their nostrils, everyone started eating without saying a word.
A few minutes later, the fourth dish arrived. Chi Xinru smiled when she saw the guests swallow their saliva the moment the fourth dish was placed on the table.